Vocabulary (Life in the countryside)

Câu 1

Many families prefer the peaceful __________ neighbourhoods just outside the city centre, as they offer larger gardens while still being close enough for a daily commute.

suburban
provincial
outlying
regional
Câu 2

Although the village is charming, it lacks basic __________ such as a local shop, a post office, or a medical centre.

amenities
utilities
provisions
appliances
Câu 3

The children were told never to wander into the __________ forest alone, as the trees grow so closely together that it is incredibly easy to lose one's way.

dense
compact
solid
heavy
Câu 4

Standing on top of the hill, we could look down upon the __________ plains of golden wheat that stretched as far as the eye could see.

bulky
massive
vast
spacious
Câu 5

With its thatched-roof cottages and a small stream flowing through the centre, the village was so __________ that it looked like a scene from a classic painting.

scenic
decorative
artistic
picturesque
Câu 6

After years of enduring the noisy and stressful city life, she finally found a __________ spot near a quiet lake to build her retirement cottage.

silent
tranquil
gentle
soothing
Câu 7

During the harsh winter months, the small mountain community can become completely __________ when heavy snow blocks the only road to the nearest town.

detached
isolated
divided
disconnected
Câu 8

The river valley is known for its incredibly __________ soil, which allows the local farmers to grow an abundance of healthy crops every year.

profitable
fruitful
fertile
abundant
Câu 9

Thanks to the favourable weather conditions and rich soil this year, the farmers are celebrating a particularly __________ harvest of apples and pears.

countless
excessive
numerous
bountiful
Câu 10

We were worried about being outsiders in the village, but the locals were incredibly __________ and invited us into their homes for tea on our very first day.

hospitable
charitable
compassionate
respectable
Câu 11

Many families in the region __________ their own small patches of land to provide fresh vegetables for their daily meals.

cultivate
nurture
promote
foster
Câu 12

Our car broke down on a deserted country lane __________, without a single house or mobile phone signal for miles.

in the middle of nowhere
behind the times
out of sight
out of bounds
Câu 13

Instead of visiting the crowded tourist hotspots, they decided to explore a tiny, traditional village that was completely __________.

off limits
out of reach
out of bounds
off the beaten track
Câu 14

Complete the sentences using the correct forms of the words given.

make

settle

come

do

pay

While clearing out the messy attic of their newly purchased cottage, they across a hidden wooden box filled with fascinating letters from the previous century.

Câu 15

Complete the sentences using the correct forms of the words given.

make

settle

come

do

pay

Despite her adventurous youth exploring the world's most remote corners, she eventually decided to down in a picturesque village where she could enjoy a much more tranquil lifestyle.

Câu 16

Complete the sentences using the correct forms of the words given.

make

settle

come

do

pay

The beautiful old orchards and vast fields were completely destroyed to way for a massive new residential area and several commercial centres.

Câu 17

Complete the sentences using the correct forms of the words given.

make

settle

come

do

pay

If you ever find yourself travelling through the northern mountainous region, you should definitely a visit to the local tribal communities to learn about their unique traditional customs.

Câu 18

Complete the sentences using the correct forms of the words given.

make

settle

come

do

pay

Regular exposure to the tranquil atmosphere and fresh air of the countryside has truly wonders for her stress levels since she relocated last year.

Câu 19

Despite the rapid modernisation of nearby towns, traditional weaving techniques remain highly prevalent in this small village, with almost every household actively participating in the craft.

unique
customary
profitable
widespread
Câu 20

As the local population steadily grows, the once-isolated rural settlement continues to sprawl along the riverbanks, taking up valuable grazing land.

merge
relocate
modernise
expand
Câu 21

After years of severe drought, the once lush valley had become completely barren, forcing many local farmers to abandon their traditional way of life.

spacious
unspoilt
attractive
fertile
Câu 22

The wealthy couple decided to convert the rustic barn into a summer home, completely replacing its rough-hewn timber walls with sleek glass and polished steel.

modern
roomy
cosy
secure
Câu 23

Write the correct form of the word in the brackets in each of the following questions.

If you think life in the countryside is just quiet scenery, you have clearly never experienced the (1) __________ (excite) of a giant vegetable competition. Far from being a dull event, this annual festival is (2) __________ (fierce) competitive. It draws large crowds of people who travel from all over the region. For many months before the competition, local (3) __________ (inhabit) dedicate their free time to growing ridiculously oversized pumpkins and carrots in their gardens.

When the judging day finally arrives, the atmosphere in the village hall is (4) __________ (electricity). The competition often reveals intense, long-standing rivalries among neighbours who desperately want to win the first prize. To a visitor who comes from the city, the sheer size of the vegetables on display is sometimes completely (5) __________ (imagine). For example, try to picture a cabbage that is the size of an armchair!

Beyond these quirky vegetables, the fair provides a fascinating look into a close-knit (6) __________ (farm) community. It acts as a vital social event where people share stories and celebrate their hard work. This fun tradition challenges modern (7) __________ (assume) which suggest that rural areas are lonely and isolated. Ultimately, such vibrant gatherings prove that country life is a continuous, heartwarming cycle of community (8) __________ (new).

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